This is rarely noted in the "debates" about gun control

The UK has draconian laws on gun ownership. That has not made it a more peaceful society.

The most violent country in Europe: Britain is also worse than South Africa and U.S.

Britain's violent crime record is worse than any other country in the European union, it has been revealed.

Official crime figures show the UK also has a worse rate for all types of violence than the U.S. and even South Africa - widely considered one of the world's most dangerous countries.

Odd thing. Over the last fifty years, Britain has adopted ever more stringent restrictions on civilian self-defense. Yet, violent crime has become common.

Hmmm. I wonder if there is a connection? Somehow i doubt that CNN or Katie Couric want to investigate it.